About The Position
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care. The role treats residents as directed by the Physical Therapist, documents care in a timely and accurate manner, and maintains a safe treatment environment. The assistant communicates with the supervising therapist and the interdisciplinary care team about resident progress, goals, and discharge planning; educates residents, families, and caregivers; and helps support the facility's rehabilitation program.
Requirements
- Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Proficiency with computer skills, including entering data into programs such as Net Health and Point Click Care.
- Ability to read technical procedures and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
- Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.
- Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state; maintain the license in good standing and meet state continuing education requirements.
- Obtain additional certification as appropriate for the facility.
- CPR certification, if required by licensure.
Responsibilities
- Treat residents as directed by the Physical Therapist.
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation according to facility, government, and third-party payer requirements.
- Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
- Participate in Resident Care conferences and rehabilitation meetings as needed.
- For California PTAs, comply with California Laws and Regulations related to Physical Rehabilitation Manual Article 4 § 1398.44.
- Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
- Communicate routinely with the supervising Physical Therapist to provide timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
- Provide in-service training programs for other facility staff as needed.
- Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
- Recommend and facilitate ordering durable medical equipment to support residents' mobility and independence, such as splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
- Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.
- Report problems with department equipment so it can be maintained in good working order.
- Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and rehabilitation program development as assigned.
- Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
